Didrachm

Emitent Phanagoreia
Rok 90 BC - 79 BC
Typ Standard circulation coin
Nominał Didrachm (2)
Waluta Drachm
Skład Silver
Waga 8.73 g
Średnica 20 mm
Grubość
Kształt Round (irregular)
Technika Hammered
Orientacja Variable alignment ↺
Rytownik(zy)
W obiegu do
Źródło(a) GCV#3612, SNG BM Black Sea#997, MacDonald#172
Opis awersu Wreathed head of Dionysos right.
Pismo awersu
Legenda awersu
Opis rewersu Grape bunch and ethnic within ivy wreath; monogram above.
Pismo rewersu Greek
Legenda rewersu ФАNA ΓOPI TΩN
(Translation: Phanagoreia)
Krawędź
Mennica
Nakład ND (90 BC - 79 BC) - -
ID Numisquare 9663408310
Dodatkowe informacje

Historical Context: This silver didrachm, issued by Phanagoreia between 90 BC and 79 BC, marks a critical period for the Bosporan Kingdom. A prominent Greek city on the Taman Peninsula, Phanagoreia was deeply involved in late Hellenistic geopolitical struggles. This timeframe coincides with the Third Mithridatic War, where Mithridates VI Eupator of Pontus challenged Roman dominance. As a key ally within Mithridates’ sphere, Phanagoreia’s coinage reflects its economic vitality and strategic importance, funding trade and military during a tumultuous era.

Artistry: The didrachm’s artistry exemplifies the Late Hellenistic style prevalent in the Black Sea region. The

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